球体
People In The Box Lyrics

The lyrics of People In The Box's song 球体 (Kyutai) convey a sense of feeling trapped and isolated within a protective sphere. The repetition of the phrase "球体に守られて" (Kyuutai ni mamorarete), meaning "protected by a sphere," emphasizes this feeling. The following line, "だれもが痣だらけ" (Daremo ga aza darake), which translates to "everyone is covered in bruises," adds a layer of vulnerability and suggests that despite the protection, everyone is still hurting in some way.

The lyrics also express a sense of invisibility and a lack of recognition. The lines "誰も気付かない" (Daremo kizukanai), meaning "nobody notices" and "声をかえせ　泥棒は笑っている" (Koe o kaese dorobou wa waratteiru), which translates to "return our voices, the thief is laughing," reflect a frustration of not being heard or acknowledged. It suggests that there may be someone taking advantage of this invisibility and silencing the voice of the people.

The imagery in the lyrics further emphasizes the themes of isolation and invisibility. The lines "透明な膜のなか　青ざめた労働者" (Toumei na maku no naka aozameta roudousha), meaning "within a transparent membrane, pale workers," and "群れを成しさまよう 砂ぼこり舞い上がり 顔はほとんど見えない" (Mure o nashi samayou sunabokori maiagari kao wa hotondo mienai), which translates to "wandering without forming a group, the dust rises, faces barely visible," paint a picture of workers who are lost and faceless, blending into the background.

The final part of the lyrics brings attention to the idea of a deteriorating world. The lines "空がおちてきたところで 指くわえ みているだけさ" (Sora ga ochitekita tokoro de yubi kuwae miteiru dake sa), meaning "even if the sky falls, we just stand by and watch with crossed arms," suggest a feeling of powerlessness and resignation towards the crumbling environment. The repetition of "声をかえせ　泥棒は笑っている" (Koe o kaese dorobou wa waratteiru) at the end signifies a continued frustration and anger towards being silenced and ignored.

Overall, the lyrics of 球体 delve into themes of feeling trapped, invisible, and unheard. The song resonates with the struggles and frustrations of individuals within a system that oppresses and disregards their voices.